Greyhead Wrasse
Halichoeres leucurus
- Group: Wrasse
- Typical depth: 1–15 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A wrasse of coral rich lagoon and inner channel reefs, found alone or in pairs among mixed coral and algae down to about fifteen metres. It picks small invertebrates from the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Labridae › Halichoeres
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275771.
FAQ
- How deep does the Greyhead Wrasse live?
- The Greyhead Wrasse (Halichoeres leucurus) is typically found at 1–15 m.
- Is the Greyhead Wrasse dangerous to divers?
- The Greyhead Wrasse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Greyhead Wrasse get?
- The Greyhead Wrasse grows to about 13 cm.